Low Fat Spinach Stewed Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinners with this hearty and flavorful Low Fat Spinach Stewed Sauce! Packed with the nutritional power of fresh spinach and enriched with the tangy zest of no-salt-added canned diced tomatoes, this low-calorie sauce is brought to life with aromatic garlic, sautéed onions, and a blend of smoky, earthy spices like cumin and smoked paprika. Simmered to perfection in a low-sodium vegetable broth, this healthy, vegan-friendly recipe is perfect for pairing with whole-grain pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables. Ready in just 35 minutes, this one-pot dish is an easy way to enjoy a comforting, nutrient-packed meal without extra fat or guilt—a must-try for wholesome, satisfying meal prep!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups Fresh spinach
• 1 can (14 ounces) Canned diced tomatoes (no salt added)
• 1 medium Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 1 cup Vegetable broth (low sodium)
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt (optional)
• 1 whole Bay leaf

Directions

Step 1

Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and set it aside to drain.

Step 2

Finely chop the onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 3

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the canned diced tomatoes, including their juices, along with the vegetable broth.

Step 7

Add the ground black pepper, cumin, smoked paprika, optional salt (if using), and bay leaf. Stir well to combine.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat and let it cook for 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet, a handful at a time, stirring until wilted. Continue adding spinach and stirring until all 4 cups are incorporated.

Step 10

Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer for another 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the spinach is tender and the sauce is slightly thickened.

Step 11

Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasonings to taste. Serve hot over your choice of whole-grain pasta, rice, or roasted vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(934.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	336.5

Total Fat 15.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 823.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.0g	0%
Total Sugars 19.8g
Protein 9.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 257.5mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 1044.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.2%

Protein: 10.7%

Carbs: 49.2%